Kensington Y Club - Child Care Lead Teacher YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Rocky River, OH

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About The Position

The Lead Teacher administers child care programs at designated YMCA program sites. The role includes creating and implementing lesson plans, maintaining site records, and completing other duties that support state licensing compliance and effective program management. The employee is expected to be actively engaged in the child care program 100% of the time and may travel between branch locations for assignments, training, or meetings, or work in other program areas as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent minimum.
• At least two years of experience working in a licensed childcare program.
• CPR certification at the Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer level, Basic First Aid, Emergency Oxygen Administration, and associated safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• Willingness and ability to act as a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse or neglect and follow the required reporting process.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups across social and economic segments of the community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to administer program, fiscal, and personnel policies and apply modern management skills, such as continuous improvement.
• Ability to develop authentic relationships and foster collaborative approaches to challenging situations.
• Strong time management, customer service, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage a high volume of work.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Ability to drive between sites throughout Northeast Ohio.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with diverse populations.
• At least one year of experience with Microsoft Office products.
• At least one year of experience with ODJFS licensing procedures and Step Up to Quality requirements.
• Experience with a comparable payroll/HRIS system; preference for ADP, Kronos, or Ceridian.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program participants and maintain children’s safety while meeting YMCA and state licensing staff-to-child ratios.
• Use age-appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Plan and implement lesson plans and activities in accordance with YMCA curriculum guidelines and the daily schedule.
• Complete and submit assigned daily, weekly, and monthly reports, including attendance and CACFP records.
• Maintain files containing policies, school-year schedules, ODJFS child day care rules, child enrollment information, and staff files.
• Provide program coverage as needed and arrange substitute instructors in coordination with the supervisor.
• Notify the supervisor about parent concerns or unsafe conditions and communicate regularly about center operations.
• Communicate supply needs, including First Aid and blood-borne pathogen protective equipment and snacks.
• Administer First Aid to children or staff when required.
• Clean and maintain the program space and facility daily.
• Work with the supervisor on promotional activities and flyers.
• Help develop and distribute site informational newsletters to parents.
• Follow YMCA and state quality guidelines in operating the site.
• Develop and maintain positive communication and working relationships with parents and program participants.
• Develop and implement family activities and events.
• Support the Site Director with licensing requirements and, if needed, be named on the license.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at businesses in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Plan, retirement contributions of 9% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED